Ophthalmic Compounding
Eye health is delicate, and sometimes commercially available medications don’t provide the exact treatment patients need. At Las Colinas Pharmacy, we specialize in ophthalmic compounding, preparing customized eye medications in precise strengths, combinations, and dosage forms to meet individual needs.
Our experienced pharmacists work in state-of-the-art sterile facilities, following strict USP <797> and USP <800> guidelines to ensure the highest standards of safety, accuracy, and purity for every compounded ophthalmic medication.
Conditions That May Benefit From Compounded Ophthalmic Medications
Our compounded eye preparations can support treatment for a wide range of conditions, including:
- Severe dry eye syndrome
- Glaucoma
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS)
- Corneal injuries or abrasions
- Ocular inflammation and uveitis
- Post-surgical care
- Infectious eye diseases (bacterial, viral, or fungal)
- Chemical or traumatic eye injuries
Why Ophthalmic Compounding?
Standard eye drops or ointments may not always be available in the right strength or formulation for a patient’s condition. Through compounding, we can:
- Adjust dosage strengths for pediatric, geriatric, or sensitive patients
- Prepare medications that are unavailable, discontinued, or on backorder
- Create preservative-free formulations for patients with sensitivities
- Combine medications for more convenient therapy
- Offer unique delivery forms such as gels, ointments, or special eye drops
Autologous Serum Eye Drops
For patients with severe dry eye or ocular surface disease who don’t respond to traditional treatments, we offer autologous serum eye drops. These drops are made from the patient’s own blood serum, which contains natural growth factors, vitamins, and healing properties that closely mimic natural tears.
- Prepared under sterile conditions for safety
- Personalized to each patient’s needs
- May provide relief when commercial artificial tears are ineffective
Autologous Serum Eye Drops are often prescribed by ophthalmologists for conditions such as chronic dry eye, neurotrophic keratitis, and corneal disease.
Examples of Compounded Ophthalmic Medications
Some of the sterile ophthalmic compounds we prepare include:
- Antibiotics for resistant bacterial infections
- Antifungals for fungal keratitis
- Antivirals for viral eye infections
- Immunomodulators (e.g., cyclosporine, tacrolimus) for severe dry eye and inflammatory eye disease
- Sterile lubricating eye drops for dry eye and corneal support
Partnering With Your Eye Care Provider
Compounding for ophthalmology requires the highest level of precision. At Las Colinas Pharmacy, our team uses advanced sterile compounding techniques to ensure your medication is tailored to your exact prescription.
We work closely with ophthalmologists and optometrists to create customized treatments that support better outcomes for patients. Whether it’s an unavailable medication, a preservative-free formulation, or specialized drops like autologous serum, we are here to provide trusted solutions.
Contact Las Colinas Pharmacy Today
Learn more about our ophthalmic compounding services and how we can help support your eye health.